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League Two | Sat 17 Oct, 15:00

Dumbarton v Stirling Albion Stats

Data last updated: Sat 17 Oct 2026, 23:53 UK time

Match Report

Fixture analysis

Dumbarton hosts Stirling Albion in a closely contested League Two clash where both teams are vying for valuable points in the mid-table battle. Dumbarton currently sits 6th with 12 points, showing solid recent form with three wins from their last five matches. Stirling Albion, just two places below with 11 points, have been less consistent defensively, conceding more goals on average. The match promises tactical discipline from Dumbarton aiming to leverage home advantage and tighter defensive organization to secure a win against a Stirling side that has struggled to keep clean sheets recently.

BT4Y best bet

Dumbarton to Win

  • Dumbarton has won three of their last five matches, showing strong recent form.
  • Stirling Albion concedes an average of 2.2 goals per game, indicating defensive vulnerabilities.
  • Dumbarton scores 1.8 goals per game and maintains a 100% Over 2.5 goals rate recently, highlighting attacking potency.
  • Stirling Albion’s BTTS rate is 60%, lower than Dumbarton’s 80%, suggesting Dumbarton’s defense is more reliable.
  • The head-to-head average goals per game is 2.2, supporting a competitive and open fixture.

Why The Model Likes This Bet

Chance, price and football numbers

The model favors Dumbarton to win with a 58.5% chance, reflecting their superior recent form and defensive solidity compared to Stirling Albion. Dumbarton’s consistent scoring and strong home performances underpin this . The price offers positive value with a 15% edge over the implied chance, making the selection attractive without price sensitivity concerns. Both teams’ attacking tendencies suggest an engaging match, but Dumbarton’s balance between attack and defense gives them the edge.

Recent FormDumbarton stronger with 9 points vs. Stirling's 7 in last five matches
Strong positive
Defensive RecordStirling concedes 2.2 goals per game vs. Dumbarton's 1.4
Positive
Goal ScoringDumbarton averages 1.8 goals per game with 100% Over 2.5 rate
Strong positive
Price Value58.5% model chance vs 43.5% implied (+15 pts)
Strong positive

Verdict

BT4Y analyst view

Dumbarton’s recent form and home advantage make them the logical choice to secure victory. Their ability to balance attacking threat with defensive discipline contrasts with Stirling Albion’s leaky defense, providing a solid foundation for a home win in this competitive League Two fixture.

Main risk

Rotation, motivation and a slow tempo are the main cautions before treating the result price as settled.

Quote from Expert

BT4Y analyst view · Match outcome

“Dumbarton’s blend of attacking efficiency and defensive resilience positions them well to capitalize on Stirling Albion’s defensive weaknesses in this tight contest.”

Key Data Signals

Dumbarton to Win evidence

Dumbarton has won three of their last five matches, showing strong recent form.

Stirling Albion concedes an average of 2.2 goals per game, indicating defensive vulnerabilities.

Dumbarton scores 1.8 goals per game and maintains a 100% Over 2.5 goals rate recently, highlighting attacking potency.

Stirling Albion’s BTTS rate is 60%, lower than Dumbarton’s 80%, suggesting Dumbarton’s defense is more reliable.

What To Watch In The Data

Dumbarton to Win notes

  • Over the last ten head-to-head meetings, the average goals per game is 2.2, indicating moderately open contests.
  • Dumbarton’s recent 100% Over 2.5 goals rate suggests a trend towards higher-scoring matches, driven by their attacking style and Stirling’s defensive vulnerabilities.
Goals, BTTS and over/under

Scoring profile, tempo and goal-market analysis.

Dumbarton1.8
Avg goals scored
Stirling Albion1.4
Dumbarton1.4
Avg goals conceded
Stirling Albion2.2
Dumbarton80%
BTTS rate
Stirling Albion60%
Dumbarton100%
Over 2.5 goals
Stirling Albion40%
Best odds for this sectionBTTS YesBetfred guide price · Model 76% vs implied 67% · edge +9.3 pts
1.5
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Over 1.5 GoalsBetfred guide price · model 80%
1.14
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Over 2.5 GoalsBet365 guide price · model 62%
1.53
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Under 2.5 GoalsBetfred guide price · model 42%
2.38
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Over 3.5 GoalsBetMGM guide price · model 44%
2.2
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BTTS NoBetfred guide price · model 28%
2.5
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Both teams have shown tendencies for open matches, with Dumbarton’s recent games all exceeding 2.5 goals and a high BTTS rate of 80%. Stirling Albion’s lower BTTS rate and higher goals conceded suggest Dumbarton’s attack will find opportunities, supporting expectations for goals and BTTS in this fixture.
Market odds

Top available prices first, with more markets available on demand.

Market aligned with main pickDumbarton to WinBetMGM guide price · Model 59% vs implied 44% · edge +15 pts
2.3
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BTTS YesBetfred guide price · model 76%
1.5
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Dumbarton Draw No BetBet365 guide price · model 67%
1.82
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Over 2.5 GoalsBet365 guide price · model 62%
1.53
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Over 8.5 CornersBet365 guide price
1.3
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The 58.5% for Dumbarton to Win sits against roughly 43.5% implied by the current price (+15 pts). Dumbarton have the stronger recent points return, taking 9 points from the sample compared with 7 for Stirling Albion.
Recent form

Results, scoring balance and short-term direction.

Dumbarton

LWWLW
Last 53W 0D 2L
Last 5 record
Last 104W 0D 6L
10 Oct 2026A Clyde1-2
03 Oct 2026H Forfar Athletic2-1
19 Sep 2026H Spartans3-0
12 Sep 2026A Stranraer1-3
05 Sep 2026H Elgin City2-1

Stirling Albion

WWDLL
Last 52W 1D 2L
Last 5 record
Last 103W 2D 5L
10 Oct 2026H Kelty Hearts2-1
03 Oct 2026A Annan Athletic1-0
19 Sep 2026H Clyde1-1
12 Sep 2026A Edinburgh City3-7
05 Sep 2026H Spartans0-2
Market aligned with main pickDumbarton to WinBetMGM guide price · Model 59% vs implied 44% · edge +15 pts
2.3
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Home / DrawBet365 guide price · model 84%
1.44
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Dumbarton Draw No BetBet365 guide price · model 67%
1.82
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Dumbarton’s recent form is notably stronger, securing 9 points in their last five matches compared to Stirling Albion’s 7. This momentum, combined with a more reliable defense, suggests Dumbarton is better positioned to control the match tempo and secure a win.
Key match trends

Goal-pattern analysis from recent form and H2H samples.

100%Dumbarton Over 2.5
40%Stirling Albion Over 2.5
2.2H2H avg goals
Over the last ten head-to-head meetings, the average goals per game is 2.2, indicating moderately open contests. Dumbarton’s recent 100% Over 2.5 goals rate suggests a trend towards higher-scoring matches, driven by their attacking style and Stirling’s defensive vulnerabilities.

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